- 22
French School, 18th Century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- a portrait of two young ladies holding roses, with putti in the background, in a classical setting
- oil on canvas, laid down on board, octagonal
- 86 by 99.5 cm.
Condition
The actual painting is a bit darker in tone and less bright than the illustration in the catalogue suggests. The canvas has been laid down on board. There are many paint losses, some of which have crudely been restored, e.g. in the face of the girl on the left, in the sky to the background. Larger over paintings can be seen to the background centre left and in the neck of the girl on the right. Flaking can be seen throughout, as well as discoloured retouchings. The paint surface is under a very thick layer of dirt. Inspection under ultra violet light confirms the retouchings as mentioned above. Offered in a modern, white wooden frame, octagonal shaped. (MW)
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."